Koka Challenges Police Officers at SaveTheJudiciary Protest: “What Can You Do to Me?”
- Popular entertainment pundit Koka attended the SaveTheJudiciary demonstration held in Accra on Monday, May 5, 2025
- The renowned entertainment commentator nearly lost his cool at the event after a confrontation with some police officials
- Netizens who saw the video of Koka at the event were divided and expressed mixed reactions in the comments section
- In an exclusive interview with Yen.com.gh, a security analyst gave insights into Koka's attitude towards police officers at the demonstration
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A dramatic confrontation unfolded at the SaveTheJudiciary protest in Accra on Monday when entertainment pundit Koka openly challenged police officers attempting to disperse demonstrators.
Kwaku Osei Korankye Asiedu was among dozens of protesters who gathered before the Supreme Court on May 5, 2025, to demand judicial reforms and greater accountability within Ghana’s justice system.
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The protest, organised by a coalition of civil society groups, had been largely peaceful until tensions flared between demonstrators and police personnel deployed to maintain order.
Eyewitnesses said Koka confronted a group of officers who warned protesters about breaching public order regulations.
In a moment captured on video and widely shared online, he could be heard shouting, 'What can you do to me?' as officers moved closer.
Despite the verbal clash, no arrests were made, and the protest continued with chants, placards, and speeches from various rights advocates.
Organisers maintained that the demonstration was within the bounds of the law and accused the police of attempting to intimidate citizens exercising their constitutional rights.
The video on X showing the confrontation is below:
Demonstrations are supposed to be peaceful
Speaking exclusively to YEN.com.gh, a security analyst addressed Koka's move at the SaveTheJudiciary demonstration.
"Demonstrations are supposed to be peaceful. You don't provoke police officers just because you're angry over issues. As much as possible, comply with their directives. They are there to ensure your safety and the smooth running of the protest. No need to fret, just comply and don't attack," he said.
Netizens react after Koka confronts police officer
Netizens who saw Koka's video expressed mixed reactions in the comment section of the now-viral post.
While some criticised him, others accused the police officer of unprofessional conduct during the event.
@General_K88 wrote:
"Look at how dey are having patience. Interesting"
@skstudiosgh wrote:
"If it was under nebuchadnezzar by now he dey cells 🤣🤣🤣🤣."
@Maxibrown2 wrote:
"Who also think this be settings. Just to make the demo pap 😂😂😂."
@Iam_MrIdeas wrote:
"You’re demonstrating peacefully and all of a sudden, you want to pick a fight with the police for them to beat/arrest you so you become a “hero” ?? Anyway, that’s what demonstrations in this country have been turned into. Same tactics employed by fixthecountry and now one madman."
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@RakiaHakeem4 wrote:
"KOKA should have noted that foolish police officer so we teach him a lesson anytime the NPP comes to power again."
@trini_dad6 wrote
"How I wish I were the police. Hw3 ne nkwasiaa. 4 months in opposition and he's already looking miserable."
@TawficQ wrote:
"This & many other uncouth deceitful attributes were de things they did in 2016 to deceive Ghanaians about how patriotic they were until the set of idiots were handed power. They suddenly began treating the entire country like some bunch of prisoners. Mmoa,wait 4 2028,mob3 su mogya."
Afenyo-Markin gets physical with police officer
Koka's incident was not the only confrontation at the event. YEN.com.gh earlier reported that Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin got physical with a police officer at the SaveTheJudiciary demonstration.
Chaos nearly erupted when police officers attempted to stop the movement of the protestors. Afenyo-Markin responded by hitting one of the officers on the head, which has attracted widespread criticism from people.
Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
